Software Engineering

Vacancies are increasing, technological evolution is accelerating, and identifying top candidates is trickier than ever.

For over ten years, Trust in SODA have taken a community-led approach to recruitment, and in that time, we’ve helped thousands of incredible software engineers find meaningful work in a world that won’t sit still.

Between the influx of candidates and the widespread adoption of AI, software engineering is in a transition period, making it difficult for hiring managers to conduct prompt searches. This is where we come in.

Our specialist software engineer recruiters have the knowledge, means, and community network needed to pinpoint top software engineering talent in a turbulent tech market.

We provide proven full-service permanent and contract talent solutions across the UK, Ireland, the US, Switzerland, Germany, and Luxembourg. Whether you’re hoping to build out an entire software engineering function, jumpstart your latest project, or move into your first interim software engineering job, the Trust in SODA team is here to help.

Want to know more? Contact the team today to find out how we can support your hiring needs. 

 

LIVE JOBS

London, Greater London, South East, England
Principal Software Engineer
We're partnering with a scaling infrastructure company that's fundamentally transforming how digital and physical components interact in the age of AI. Their core mission is to empower teams to build and deploy sophisticated systems by providing scalable, secure, and robust infrastructure solutions for development, deployment, and scaling.With more demand for their product than they can currently meet, we're looking for a Principal/Staff Engineer to grow their engineering team, with strong experience in:Go (our primary language) or PythonCloud platforms: AWS, GCP, or AzureKubernetesAPI development: RESTful API, gRPCSQL (specifically PostgreSQL)An interest in AIGPU - This would be preferred, not a must have :)In this role, you'll be instrumental in architecting and developing high-performance, cloud-native backend systems, scalable APIs, and the infrastructure necessary to power their AI workloads, including LLMs and GPU-based services.📍 Location: This is a fully remote position within the UK. Unfortunately, we're unable to offer sponsorship for this role.If this sounds interesting, drop me a message 😊
Dominika Kodadova Dominika Kodadova
Greater London, South East, England
Full Stack developer
A leading global innovation consultancy is seeking a talented Full Stack Engineer to architect and build world-class digital products, platforms, and immersive experiences that redefine industries.Join a passionate and collaborative team where your code will power everything from next-gen mobile apps to groundbreaking 3D environments across sectors like telecoms, finance, travel, and energy. This isn't just about writing code; it's about shaping architecture, championing best practices, and bringing innovative ideas to life from initial concept to successful launch.📍London - Hybrid📌Salary: Up to £70,000 4k BonusWhat You'll Bring to the Table:Solid expertise in JavaScript (ES6 ) and TypeScript.ReactNode.jsExperience with Unity/Unreal, AR/VR projects, or 3D tools like Blender.Crucially, you must hold or be eligible for SC Clearance.Don't worry if you don't check every single box! If you're driven by a passion for building smart, human-centered technology and are eager to thrive in a supportive and creative environment, we want to hear from you.This is your opportunity to make a real impact on a global scale. 😊
Dominika Kodadova Dominika Kodadova
Sheffield, South Yorkshire, Yorkshire, England
Hadoop Engineer
Hadoop Engineer Location: Birmingham or Sheffield (Hybrid, 2 days onsite p/w) Contract End Date: November 2025Rate: Up to £500 per day Inside IR35 About the Role We’re looking for experienced Hadoop Engineers to join our team and help drive the development, optimisation, and support of our on-premises Operational Data Platform (ODP). You will work on complex, enterprise-scale data environments, ensuring performance, security, and reliability for critical operational data workloads. If you have deep expertise in the Hadoop ecosystem, strong programming skills, and a passion for building robust data pipelines, this is your chance to work on a high-impact platform supporting mission-critical analytics. Key ResponsibilitiesDesign, develop, and maintain scalable data pipelines using Hadoop technologies in an on-premises environment.Build and optimise real-time processing workflows using Apache Airflow and Spark Streaming.Develop automation and transformation solutions in Python.Collaborate with infrastructure and analytics teams to deliver operational data solutions.Monitor, troubleshoot, and fine-tune jobs to ensure platform reliability and performance.Ensure adherence to enterprise security, compliance, and governance standards.Required Skills & Experience5 years’ experience in Hadoop and data engineering roles.Proven hands-on expertise with Python, Apache Airflow, and Spark Streaming.Strong knowledge of Hadoop components (HDFS, Hive, HBase, YARN) in on-prem environments.Experience with Linux systems, shell scripting, and enterprise deployment tools.Exposure to infrastructure-level or operational data analytics.Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools in on-prem environments.Preferred QualificationsExperience with enterprise ODP platforms or large-scale data systems.Knowledge of configuration management tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet) and on-prem CI/CD pipelines.Understanding of network and storage architecture in data centers.Awareness of data security, compliance, and audit requirements in regulated industries.
Michelle Sutherland Michelle Sutherland
Carlisle, Cumbria, North West, England
Digital Product Owner
Digital Product Owner Location: Hybrid | 2–4 days onsite p/m in Carlisle, Cumbria Contract: Inside IR35 / FTC option until March 2027 Rate: Up to £500/day (Inside IR35) We are seeking a Digital Product Owner to play a pivotal role in a large-scale transformation programme. This role is critical in delivering the digital elements of transformation, ensuring the successful balance of customer experience, business delivery, and colleague engagement. As part of the Transformation team, you will take ownership of the digital product journey across Account Opening, Online Banking, Mobile, and Open Banking. You will define and deliver requirements end-to-end, shaping digital customer journeys and ensuring delivery in line with regulatory standards and business goals. Key ResponsibilitiesOwn the delivery of all digital requirements within the transformation programme.Work closely with other Product Owners to align interdependencies across digital banking products and services.Take requirements through design, build, and implementation, providing clear vision and direction.Act as the key liaison between stakeholders, end users, and delivery teams.Champion a customer-centric approach in product development and transformation.What We’re Looking For5 years’ experience in digital product management, ideally in banking or financial services.Recent experience delivering Open Banking initiatives.Proven track record in digital transformation and change management.Strong knowledge of both Agile and traditional delivery methods.Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management abilities.If you are a Digital Product Owner with recent Open Banking experience and a passion for delivering exceptional customer journeys, we’d love to hear from you.
Michelle Sutherland Michelle Sutherland
Northern Ireland
Senior Software Engineer (C/C )
Senior Software Engineer (C/C )We've just had a number of new development roles go live with a FinTech client of ours based in Belfast as they launch a number of new projects. The main priority is for a Staff Software engineer but they are also hiring at the software engineer level, so please feel free to also send in your CV if you're not quite at the staff level just yet. They are looking for highly experience C/C engineers who will be responsible for the design and development of software components for their Payment Terminals. At Staff level you will lead the team and work on a range of C and C based software projects. Desired Technical Skills: Bachelors degree in computer science or other relevant areaStrong hands-on experience in C or CExperience in Linux developmentExperience in Agile/SCRUM environmentsExperience with one or more of XML, JSON, HTMLExperience leading a team and mentoring more junior engineersDatabase design and developmentWeb client and server programming skillsThis is a fully remote role as long as you are based in Northern Ireland. If you think it could be a good fit, send in your CV of contact Adam Whitehurst at Trust in Soda for more info.
Adam Whitehurst  Adam Whitehurst
Connecticut, United States
Founding Engineers - Python
🚀 Founding Python Engineer – Build the Future of FinTech (and Have Fun Doing It) About Us We’re a well-funded, early-stage fintech startup 💸 on a mission to change how trading firms handle tax and compliance. Sounds dry? Not here. We’re turning a painful, spreadsheet-ridden process 📊 into sleek, automated, real-time tech ⚡ that actually works for traders and asset managers. Our platform unlocks both investment and tax alpha 📈—optimizing portfolios down to the tiniest lot in milliseconds. We’ve got serious market traction, institutional backing, and a big vision. Now we need a founding engineer to help make it happen. The Role You’ll be the CTO’s right hand 🤝, building the core backend that makes our platform hum. From designing scalable Python services 🐍 to crafting the algorithms that power real-time trading and compliance, you’ll be working on systems that actually move markets (and make them more tax-efficient 💼). This isn’t a “keep the lights on” role—it’s greenfield, high-impact engineering with the freedom to make big calls and own them end-to-end. What You’ll Do🛠 Architect and build Python services for real-time, tax-aware trading workflows📊 Design algorithms for tax-loss harvesting, gain/loss timing, and compliance magic⚡ Build ultra-low-latency systems that handle concurrency & multithreading with ease🌐 Develop APIs and backend services with FastAPI for speed and scalability☁ Deploy and run production workloads on Azure (you build it, you run it)🤓 Collaborate with portfolio and quant teams to turn financial strategies into blazing-fast code⚙ Take ownership of architecture, CI/CD, observability, and performance tuning🌱 Help define our engineering culture from the ground upWhat You Bring💪 6–8 years of Python in production—building systems that scale and perform🌐 Strong backend experience with distributed architectures & API design (FastAPI preferred)🌀 Solid grasp of multithreading, concurrency, and designing for low latency☁ Hands-on experience with Azure (bonus for Azure Functions, Event Hubs, or Cosmos DB)📈 Strong data modeling skills and a nose for optimization❤️ A “you build it, you run it” mindset—owning your code from design through production support💡 Bonus points for experience in financial markets or compliance workflowsWhy You’ll Love It Here🤝 Direct access to the CTO – real decisions, no endless layers of approval🚀 Massive impact – your code will shape our product, our architecture, and our future🔍 A space that’s ripe for disruption – fintech meets tax & compliance (finally done right)💵 Well-funded serious partners – you’ll have the runway and support to build boldlyWork TypeVisa sponsorship cannot be offered for this role This position is fully remote
Francis Alexander Francis Alexander
Greater London, South East, England
Principal Full Stack Developer
Principal Full Stack Developer/DesignerDuration: Initial 4-month contract We are a global team of technology innovators with deep expertise in clinical research, medical product safety, and public health surveillance. Our mission is to develop next-generation analytical solutions that improve drug, vaccine, and device safety monitoring worldwide. We are expanding and seeking an experienced Principal Full Stack Developer to help advance our Commonwealth Vigilance Workbench (CVW) SaaS platform. This role blends Angular UI development with Spring REST web services work. Key ResponsibilitiesContribute to all phases of the software development lifecycle.Prototype, design, and implement new capabilities.Maintain and enhance existing software performance.Write clean, efficient, testable, and secure code.Translate business requirements into technical solutions.Mentor junior developers.Required SkillsExtensive SPA development experience (preferably Angular).Proficiency in HTML, CSS, JavaScript/TypeScript, REST Web Services, XHTML.Strong Java/Spring expertise.Knowledge of secure coding practices (OWASP top 10).Skilled in SQL performance tuning and relational database design.Preferred SkillsAngularJS, Bootstrap, CSS, Groovy, jQuery, XHTML.Linux, PostgreSQL, Eclipse, Git, Jira.User experience design.Healthcare/Life Sciences SaaS or regulated software experience.Education & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.12 years in professional web application development.We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and are committed to an inclusive work environment.
Michelle Sutherland Michelle Sutherland
Madrid, Spain
Fullstack Developer (Blazor/.NET)
We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Blazor/C#.NET developer to join a leading manufacturer on a contract basis. This exciting opportunity will involve helping one of Switzerland’s leading manufacturers modernise their Software Engineering capability and help build products to drive the business forward. The role requires English language skills, and candidates to be based in Spain. This role would be collaborating with the US office for this business, so working hours would be around 10am-7pm Key Responsibilities:Design, develop, modify, and implement software programming for geometry-based products.Maintains and modifies existing applications independently as well as under direction from senior staff members adhering to coding standards while programming.Collaboration with Product owners and Product Experts and team members in India.Work closely with an international team in applications developmentParticipate in design and coding activities with other developers and with cross-functional teamsEnsure quality and robustness of deliverables.  Desirable Requirements:  Strong background in Software EngineeringExperience with C# and .NET core is very important Blazor experienceContainerisation experience would be a plus (Docker, Kubernetes)  The role offers the flexibility of a remote or onsite work arrangement and is a long-term contract, which would likely extend.
Joe WoodardJoe Woodard
APTIV
20
Roles Placed
Aptiv, a global tech leader with over 190,000 employees in 46 countries, is developing safer and more sustainable vehicles, including autonomous driving technology. They faced challenges sourcing and retaining top talent in a competitive market with high demand and rising pay rates for specialised tech candidates. Partnering with Trust in SODA provided access to a wider talent pool through an expansive community network. This partnership has positively impacted Aptiv's ability to meet client demand by reducing the time to fill and securing high-quality hires through a wider talent pool.
Aptiv
ARM
6
Key Hires
100%
Fill Rate
Arm, a global leader in computing technology, sought to fill niche roles and partnered with Trust in SODA based on a recommendation from an RPO provider. SODA collaborated with Arm to refine their hiring process, focusing on both technical skills and cultural fit. This involved weekly market insights, qualification calls, and onsite visits to understand Arm's culture. The improved process resulted in a 1.9:1 CV-to-interview ratio and a 1:1 fill rate for all vacancies since May 2023.
arm
CAPGEMINI
169
Placements
118
Permanent
51
Contract
For over 50 years, Capgemini have delivered transformative business solutions to their clients through leading-edge tech, industry expertise and a highly talented workforce. They faced challenges attracting top talent in a candidate-short market, compounded by UK mobility and security clearance requirements. Partnering with Trust in SODA, Capgemini benefited from dedicated resources, tailored searches, specialized teams, and a global network. SODA quickly became a top supplier, exceeding hiring targets annually and supporting high-volume projects for major clients like Deliveroo, John Lewis, EDF, and public sector organisations.
Capgemini

‘Trust in Soda were one of the key suppliers in relation to both quality and volume of candidates successfully placed.

Communication was key to this success, and our working relationship only strengthened as the year progressed, with mutual respect and honesty being the theme of conversations.’

COMAVE GLOBAL
38
Permanent Hires
SODA Max
Hiring Solution
12
Contract Hires

ComAve are building the first-ever super app designed exclusively for sports fans, turning passion into rewards. ComAve is redefining what it means to be a fan, blending technology, gamification, and loyalty rewards to create a one-of-a-kind ecosystem where fans always win

After landing £100m in funding, they were experiencing serious growth and had no talent or HR function. Trust in SODA started with recruiting the HR team and then became the talent function. Setting the strategy for all five of the Comave businesses, we provided a linked ecosystem for talent attraction and management. 

We successfully recruited across Sales, Technology, Engineering, Operations and Marketing, from Junior to C Suite including the COO, across Europe, covering Eastern Europe, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain and France, as well as the UK. Following the successful completion of multiiple placements, we are delighted to now be supporting Comave in North America and South America. 

One of the most important requirement to Comave is speed of delivery, and the SODA team have delivered every time. In addition we have supported with an EOR Solution, and implemented a Workable ATS for the team there. 

 

Comave Global
Sarah Lee

Lauren made it a great experience!! She understood from minute 1 what I needed and was super quick finding the perfect person. She was always available, answered all my questions and made me and the candidate feel super attended all the time."

Sarah Lee
Sarah Lee
People Director
DELIVERY HERO
46
Hires

As Delivery Hero was going through a period of growth due to the internationalisation of their product offering, they onboarded SODA as an embedded partner to assist with reducing time to hire and accessing international talent pools. Working closely with internal stakeholders, we worked across multiple business units and were successful in making 46 hires across React, Mobile, Engineering Management, Go, Flutter, Product, Scala, Data Science, Data Engineers, and MLOps.

Delivery Hero
DELOITTE
57
Key Hires
Trust in SODA has been partnered with Deloitte Ireland for over five years, and in that time, we've made 57 hires across tech and finance roles. Recognising the challenges of Ireland's tech talent market, Deloitte expanded their partnership to include SODA's Contract team. SODA doubled their candidate database within 12 months using a diversity-focused approach, expanding access to a broader talent pool across key areas like software engineering, DevOps, data, cloud, infrastructure, and creative. Leveraging deep industry knowledge, SODA quickly identified niche talent without compromising quality, becoming Deloitte's top-performing agency.
Deloitte
DIGI2AL
59
Roles Placed
Digi2al, experiencing rapid growth, sought a recruitment partner with expertise in immersive GDS technologies to support project planning. They needed to quickly scale their delivery capability without sacrificing quality to meet client demands. Trust in SODA provided a dedicated team, built virtual talent pools, and proactively completed pre-employment checks to expedite hiring. This collaborative approach resulted in 59 successful placements over 18 months. Ultimately, this partnership enabled Digi2al to expand, pursue new opportunities, and enhance its brand reputation.
Digi2al
DYSON
34
Roles Placed
Dyson, a global tech pioneer, needed to expand its creative and technical teams at its competitive institute in Malmsbury, England. Facing geographical restrictions and a desire to diversify its shortlists, Dyson partnered with the Trust in SODA team. SODA immersed itself in Dyson's culture through on-site visits, then leveraged an international network and market-mapping expertise to fulfil Dyson’s hiring needs on time and in budget.
Dyson

Having placed 34 contract roles, Trust in SODA emerged as one of Dyson’s Top suppliers across Technology & Creative roles. 

G.NETWORK
32
Critical Hires
G.Network, upgrading London's internet with full-fibre broadband, needed to rapidly scale its team to support its ambitious expansion. Facing the challenges of hyper-growth, they partnered with Trust in SODA to optimize their hiring process. SODA provided a steady talent pipeline of high-quality candidates through dedicated resources, diversity-focused searches, and market insights. Over two years, SODA delivered 32 mission-critical hires across DevOps, Design & Change, Software Engineering, and Infrastructure, enabling G.Network to accelerate its scaling efforts.
G.Network
John Porter

‘Adam, Viki, Gabs and the wider team at Soda have been highly instrumental in enabling our scaling plans over the last few years. They have delivered some high calibre and strategic resources to our business quickly and are always ready to support our needs when required. As a client, I always feel that I have their complete focus and attention. I would highly recommend their services’.’

John Porter
John Porter
Head of Talent Acquisition
GUIDANT GLOBAL
129
Roles Placed
17
Brands Serviced
Guidant Global takes a creative approach to talent management. Having delivered bespoke recruitment solutions to clients all over the globe, Guidant Global is breaking the mould in the MSP, RPO, and SOW markets. To meet mounting demand and alleviate subsequent pressure on candidate pay rates, Guidant Global turned to the team at Trust in SODA to deliver complex hiring projects to their end clients. To date, the SODA squad have provided talent solutions across technology and enablement for seventeen of Guidant Global’s customers, including Dyson, Burberry, Pfizer, The AA, and Novartis. The seamless integration of Trust in SODA’s permanent and contract teams has created dependable hiring coverage across DevOps, Software Engineering, Cloud and Infrastructure, Data, and Creative roles.
Guidant Global
David Miranda

Trinnovo Group is a valued and trusted partner in our never-ending quest to find talent. 

David Miranda
David Miranda
Talent Consultant
NATWEST BOXED
23
Key Hires
Natwest Boxed, the UK's leading banking-as-a-service provider, needed to rapidly expand its team by 30 people in two months to support their growing customer base. They needed to fill hard-to-reach roles across SDET, Engineering Management, Java Development, and Product Management. Partnering with Trust in SODA, they leveraged a dedicated team of five recruiters. This collaboration resulted in over 100 shortlisted candidates, 45 interviews, and 23 successful placements within the tight two-month timeframe.
Natwest Boxed
Mike Jetson

NatWest Boxed and Trust in Soda have built a successful partnership focused on specialist engineering recruitment, ensuring access to top-tier talent. Together, they have prioritized diverse hiring, helping NatWest Boxed strengthen its engineering teams with a more inclusive and high-performing workforce.

Mike Jetson
Mike Jetson
(Talent Acquisition Lead - NatWest Boxed & Mettle by NatWest)

MEET THE TEAM

Oliver Perry

Managing Director

Lauren Langdell

Director (DACH) and Founder at Women in DevOps

Ryan Hill

Sales Director

Ryan Jones

Associate Director - US

Adam Brinkley

Business Manager

Adam Whitehurst

Senior Principal Consultant

Zaynab Khan

Senior Recruitment Consultant - DACH

Dominika Kodadova

Principal Consultant

Alex Okla

Senior Principal Consultant

Nathan Peters

Team Lead & Senior Contract Recruitment Consultant

Daniel Mapstone

Executive Consultant

Joe Dukes

Consultant (US)

Michelle Sutherland

Delivery Consultant

Robyn Links

Search Consultant